Cyrbuzz Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 I made this wooden coaster model a couple years ago. I couldn't afford one of those expensive kits at the time so I took a shot at my first scratch built ride. It was inspired by the Starliner at Miracle Strip Amusement Park. I got a lot of complements on it and hope you like it too.
-Edge of Beast- Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 What a cool little model! Maybe not the smoothest, but it is great for your first.
Cyrbuzz Posted February 5, 2012 Author Posted February 5, 2012 Any other thoughts on this model? I would love to hear more feedback on it for I hope to build another in the near future and welcome any ideas or suggestions.
coastercrazy 9 Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 Pretty cool, have you built any other models?
themeparkman25 Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 I always enjoy looking at other people's models and learning more about them. How long did it take you to make this? How big is it overall? Any other details you can provide would be greatly appreciated. I think it looks great. Jordan "Shameless Plug - My Models!" Darrington
molemaster43 Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 Awesome. It looks like a mini Blue Streak. Looks a little rough there but overall it looks amazing and one of the best models I've seen.
Cyrbuzz Posted February 5, 2012 Author Posted February 5, 2012 The model was built over a period of two months when I had spare time. The length measures between 3 - 4 feet. I used mostly square dowels and match sticks. The bunny hills were tricky to get a perfect curvature at the top, so a couple of them are a little off on smoothness. The station house I used a combo of the square dowels covered with a thin balsa type wood. I utilized railings from a couple of flat ride models I used to have. The grass and bushes I got from a typical hobby shop used mostly from model railroading. My little boy wants me to make one for him so I hope to start a second model sometime in the next couple months. When I build this next one I will be sure to share photos with this board when that happens. Thanks again for the feedback, it feels good to share what I've done with others. I hope too that you get a chance to enjoy my submissions for the Roller Coaster Tycoon game exchange.
ntweisen Posted February 7, 2012 Posted February 7, 2012 Not bad for your first model! I've always wanted to build a model coaster.
KCForce Posted February 7, 2012 Posted February 7, 2012 I like it. The layout definitely reminds me of the Starliner. Perhaps if the tops were smoothed out a bit on your next model. I think part of that could be eliminated by stretching out the hills a bit more, if you have room. The one thing I've hopefully finally learned about model building is that though most real life coasters look extemely steep, they in reality are not as steep as they often look, it's just when they are built full size, they look steep. Some coasters along this line would be most of the Arrow loopers, the Starliner for example. So you may be able to smooth the tops of the hills by keeping them a bit more proportional, looking at side views of real coaster hills (rcdb.com is a good source for pix) and perhaps making the track next time out of layered styrene plastic strips. Great job on your first model, sounds like a few folks around here would love to see what you come up with next! Peace, KC.
Cyrbuzz Posted February 5, 2014 Author Posted February 5, 2014 Hello I'm back with another model to share. Now I know this is a coaster site but I wanted to share my second built from scratch model. It is a drive in theatre that was inspired by my local drive-in in Ocala, Florida. Enjoy!
hillflyer Posted February 18, 2014 Posted February 18, 2014 Love the coaster and I LOVE the drive-in! I've always wanted to make a scale model Drive In, but a themed one that also serves as a putt putt and family fun center. The screen would be between to launch pads and star-shaped speakers that hang in the window. The concession stand would be in a big spacecraft and the dome on top would be where the projector is. Then there's one with a desert theme...I had forgotten all about those until I saw your pics!
arby Posted February 18, 2014 Posted February 18, 2014 I love your coaster model. I hope you consider making another one.
Cyrbuzz Posted March 3, 2014 Author Posted March 3, 2014 I hope to make another coaster soon just deciding on which type of wooden coaster next. It's a fun hobby but takes a lot of time and patience.
Kozmo 1 Posted March 10, 2014 Posted March 10, 2014 Love the coaster and drive-in too. Very good, can't believe that's a 1st attempt.
yay101 Posted March 15, 2014 Posted March 15, 2014 Put the two together! Maybe make a small town with a drive in and a small amusement park with the coaster? Just an idea...
Cyrbuzz Posted March 17, 2014 Author Posted March 17, 2014 Kind of funny you say that because back when I still played RCT1 I made a park that combined amusement park with a drive in theatre. The park or course had a movie theme.
glouthan Posted March 24, 2014 Posted March 24, 2014 Nice Model! I have always tried to make one, and it eventually worked (I made Mr. Freeze) Yours is much more elegant than mine!
Cyrbuzz Posted March 25, 2014 Author Posted March 25, 2014 Everyone has to start somewhere. Patience is the biggest key to building a model from scratch. Model maker John Hunt was my inspiration. He has built some amazing coaster models. Check out his website sometime. Rollercoastermodels.com
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